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There were countless details to enjoy as we toured the Keenland grounds. We expected a lot from the cars in the Concours, but the parking areas were also filled with eye candy like this 1935 MG PA.
The Model A Club was out in force, as were the owners of Cobras, both authentic and replica (as rare as the Cobra Daytona Coupes are, this coupe was likely a Factory Five Racing replica).
Then there's the French answer to the question of how to make a supremely utilitarian vehicle appear stylish, the Citroen 2CV. Production ran from 1948 to 1990.
Back among the Concours entries was this 1929 Ford Model A Station Wagon, themed to represent a 1930s hunting and fishing lodge vehicle. Period-correct details included fishing and camping gear and an outboard motor. This car was in Class 2 Vintage, 1925-1942.
There
are undeniable arguments in favor of most of the regulations written to
make us safe in our cars, but the journey through time provided by our
visit to Keenland showed how much we have surrendered to achieve that
safety. This handsome 1972 Lamborghini Espada is one example. No clumsy 5
MPH bumpers had been tacked on. The hood wasn't elevated so many inches
above its V12 engine to allow for a struck pedestrian to bounce off
without serious injury. Driver and passengers enjoyed excellent
visibility though large windows. This car weighed about 400 pounds less
than today's Panamera, was 11 inches shorter in height and 13 inches
shorter in length.
By
late morning, the heat was well on its way to a high of 93 and a heat
index of 101. Like Bob and Melinda Myers, we all felt it and began to
plan our trips back to Evansville.
In
the end, there were a few Classes that may not have gotten the
attention they deserved, but some of us have already decided to attend
again next year. We know what to expect and, with the aid of the
informative Concours Program, will be able to identify the cars we
really want to spend time seeing. This event was first class, fun, and
educational. Thanks to Ken Hold for inviting us to visit the Keenland
Concours.
Attending the 2019 Keenland Concours were: Dale Fatland and Judy Ridings Mark and Pam Faris
Phil and Dawn Green Curt and Emily Hamilton Dave Hostetter
Jerry and Susan Jindrich Gary Maier and Sharon Burks-Maier
Bob and Melinda Myers
Scott Klueh and Linda K. Barth Manuel and Dee Dee Ramirez Mark and Cheryl Roethemeier Criss and Macie Yelton
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